This position is a member of a team dedicated to ending homelessness in southcentral/southeast Ohio and works closely with clients and housing specialists to achieve permanent housing stability through federal, state and local resources.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to provide essential peer support, encouragement and guidance to individuals exiting homelessness. The successful candidate will leverage personal lived experience to connect with and empower clients on their journey towards housing stability and well-being.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $22.26 per hour based on relevant experience.

Essential Functions:

• Builds trusting relationships with individuals exiting homelessness.
• Connects clients to community services, resources, and community support systems such as shelters, food assistance, healthcare, and job training.
• Assesses or defines the strengths and needs of referred people, families and communities and assists in setting and working towards personal goals and aspirations.
• Develops personalized action plans that address specific needs and challenges of clients and assist in strategies to overcome barriers.
• Coordinates with individuals to identify and develop essential life skills, coping mechanisms, and strategies for managing daily challenges
• Shares personal journey and insights to inspire hope and resilience, while providing guidance on effective coping strategies and problem-solving skills.
• Assists clients in navigating complex systems, paperwork, and bureaucratic processes to access housing opportunities, government assistance, and social services.
• Facilitates group discussions, workshops, and peer-led support groups to create a sense of community, provides psychoeducation, and encourages skill development.
• Provides immediate support and assistance during moments of crisis; connects individuals with appropriate resources and professionals when needed.
• Meets people wherever they may be with supports for self-management of health and well-being and provides services that are practical, helpful, and collaborative.
• Promotes coordination and linkage among providers within the local community.
• Assists families in developing empowerment skills through promotion of self-advocacy.
• Carries out utilization review and quality assurance activities as directed.
• Maintains necessary documentation, participates in program evaluation, attends team and program planning meetings, cross-systems training, and acquires knowledge of community resources.
• Meets billing productivity requirements established by Integrated Services for Behavioral Health.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Experience with individuals experiencing homelessness preferred.
• Previous experience in peer support, social work, case management, or related fields is a plus.
• Completion of a recognized peer support training program or certification is preferred.
• Personal, lived experience with homelessness and a demonstrated commitment to maintaining stability and well-being after overcoming homelessness preferred.
• Demonstrated high degree of cultural awareness.
• Experience with multi-need individuals and families.
• Broad knowledge of community service systems.
• Able to engage others with empathy, active listening, and shared experiences to foster a sense of connection and understanding.
• Licensed and able to operate a motor vehicle with appropriate level of insurance coverage.
• Willing to participate in and lead cross-systems team building activities.
• Able to effectively communicate through verbal/written expression.
• Must be able to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment.

Enjoy a great work environment with excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401K w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you, and your family, with a range of issues, including:
- Managing stress, anxiety and depression
-Improving relationships at home or work
-Getting guidance on legal and financial concerns
-Coping with occupational stress and burnout support
-Addressing substance use issue

To learn more about our organization: https://integratedservices.org/

OUR VISION
Healthy people. Strong communities.
OUR MISSION
Delivering exceptional care through connection.
OUR EXTENDED MISSION
Dignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope.
Collaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve.
Wellbeing - We are inclusive; we celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well.
Excellence - We demand high-quality care for those we serve and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team.
Innovation - We deeply value diversity of thought and experience, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.